Mortgage Rates Ease Back Near 6%
The 30-year mortgage rate slipped to 6.09% from 6.11% last week, while 15-year rates fell to 5.44%. Rates are expected to hover near 6% as spring buying begins.

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The 30-year mortgage rate slipped to 6.09% from 6.11% last week, while 15-year rates fell to 5.44%. Rates are expected to hover near 6% as spring buying begins.
U.S. existing-home sales fell 8.4% in January, including a 9% drop in the South. Prices reached a January high and mortgage rates were lower than a year ago.
Buyers and sellers shape opinions on Reddit, TikTok and YouTube before calling. Realtors who show up where trust forms can win earlier in the decision cycle.
Not every upgrade boosts value. Buyers favor functional layouts, light and move-in ready condition, while highly personal projects often bring limited returns.
A 600 score falls in the fair range. Buyers may face fewer loan options and higher rates, though some mortgage programs allow lower scores.
Wood cabinets now lead kitchen remodels, reflecting warmer design trends that can help listings feel updated, on-trend and more appealing to today’s buyers.
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DISCOVER HERNANDO COUNTY'S NEW LAND DEVELOPMENT MAP
Hernando County is launching a new Land Development Regulations GIS Map as part of the County’s GeoHub—an easy-to-use, centralized online platform that improves access to land development information. Join us for a live demonstration to see how this interactive map helps residents, real estate professional, developers, and stakeholders quickly locate zoning and land development details—all in one place. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops to explore the map during the session and connect with staff for technical questions following the demonstration.
Don't miss this upcoming Community Roundtable on January 30, 2026 from 1 pm to 3 pm, Location: Hernando County Utilities Department 15365 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34613. This Roundtable will provide residents and real estate professionals the opportunity to hear directly from Hernando County's leadership, including County Administrator Jeff Rogers, during a live, in-person forum. The session will include a presentation and hands-on walkthrough of the County’s new Land Development Map, followed by time for discussion and questions.
Register here:
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HCAR had a full house for the Navigating the New Property Appraiser's Website Lunch and Learn yesterday. A Big thank you to the instructors' Ishmel Sanon and Nicole Bertulli for bringing their knowledge to our members. Thank you to Matthew Bouchard from MSB Home Loans, Inc. for supplying lunch. ... See MoreSee Less


